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Old 01-31-2012, 10:42 AM
zx6rPAT zx6rPAT is offline
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Default bed hooks

dont know the proper term for them
but wanted to know how much weight are they rated for?

im refering to the in bed tie down points

im planning on hauling two bikes to the gap NC/TN border this coming season. i dont really want to pull a trailer so im putting both bikes on the back

bikes are roughly 400 lbs each
and both will have four straps
to somewhat distribute the load
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Old 01-31-2012, 11:15 AM
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Default Re: bed hooks

not positive but I have hauled one bike before with no issues. also you can put one bike to the hooks and another to the bed stake holes
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Old 01-31-2012, 11:39 AM
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Default Re: bed hooks

i hauled a 800 lbs atv
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Old 01-31-2012, 12:07 PM
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Default Re: bed hooks

i made my own and i think they are rated even higher
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Old 01-31-2012, 12:10 PM
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not positive but I have hauled one bike before with no issues. also you can put one bike to the hooks and another to the bed stake holes
i was gonna hook the 2nd set of straps to the loops on the first one. i dont have bed caps and ddnt wanna scratch the paint. i know its a pussy excuse


but greatly appreciate the feedback everyone. thanks
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Old 01-31-2012, 11:16 PM
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Default Re: bed hooks

You should have no problem with the strengh of the hooks as you are just putting enough pressure on them to compress the bikes suspension a bit so it stays in place.

I've seen Ranger with two bike many times. It's a bit tight but works... the biggest problem is the tie down between the two bikes. I'd suggest adding a hook in the middle of the bed.
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